Shiro

Nohara Shinnosuke's good friend, the white dog

White small mongrel dog kept by the Nohara family. Shinnosuke's loyal friend and a sensible, intelligent presence.

Quotes

  • I am Nohara Shiro no Suke.
  • I am a lion!
  • You like me more than Shinnosuke, right?
  • Chinchin kaikai!
  • Cotton candy, cotton candy~♪

Trivia

  • Speaks human language in episodes where he talks.
  • One of the few characters depicted getting drunk on alcohol.
  • Accurately identifies sock locations in the house by smell.
  • There is an episode setting him as Shinnosuke's twin brother.
  • Main role as super hero in Super Shiro.
  • Strongly dislikes the animal hospital.

Alternate names

Nohara Shiro no Suke shiro Shiro no Suke Shiro

Tags

dog pet Nohara Family friend small dog white dog comedy mascot Kasukabe Defense Force mongrel

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Profile

Species
Mongrel dog
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
White small dog characterized by a round face and large black eyes. Blended in as a member of Shinnosuke and the family's.
Height
Small dog size
Eye color
Black
Hair color
White
Distinguishing features
  • Pure white coat all over the body
  • Small and round body shape
  • Adorable expression
Iconic items
  • Collar
  • Cotton candy pose
  • Begging face

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Loyal
Detailed personality
Although a dog, one of the few sensible members in the Nohara family. First-person pronoun is "boku". Extremely smart and considerate, covers for the family's actions, performs tricks while spreading charm. Laid-back with a bad drinking habit, but basically kind and friendly, looks after stray cats and weak animals.
Keywords
  • Smart
  • Loyal
  • Friendly
  • Laid-back
  • Trick performer
  • Charming
  • Hardworking
  • Bad drinker
  • Caring
Talents
  • Performs tricks
  • Sense of smell to distinguish scents
  • Helps with housework
  • High acting ability
  • Dexterous movements (mop laying, ball balancing)
Skills
  • Goes for walks voluntarily
  • Buys ginger on errands
  • Understands human language
  • Back handspring, backflip
  • Returns home when left behind
Motivation
To support Shinnosuke and the family, and make their life together enjoyable.
Habits
Goes for walks independently at his own pace. Transforms when drinking alcohol. Sometimes imitates Shinnosuke's laughter.
Favorite foods
Pepi Groom Cha (dog food), Beer-infused dog food (incident)
Hobbies
Performing tricks, Napping, Walks
Favorite places
Nohara home, Shopping district, Kasukabe
Favorite colors
White
Disliked situations
Veterinary hospital, Injections, Shower, Medicine

History

Backstory
Originally born as a litter of four mongrel puppies. Mother named Borscht, father unknown. Due to the owning family's sudden dog allergy, was set to go to the animal shelter with Borscht, but thanks to the eldest daughter Run's consideration, only Shiro was spared from abandonment, picked up by Shinnosuke, and began being kept by the Nohara family. Thereafter, grew into a sensible family member with a rational personality, active as Shinnosuke's good partner.
Debut date
May 25, 1992
Work title
Crayon Shin-chan
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
Episode 1 "I Picked Up a Puppy"

Beer-Infused Dog Food Incident

Significant event
Beer-Infused Dog Food Incident
Description
Became drunken Shiro, wrecked and rampaged through the house, but stopped by Misae.

Runaway Incident

Significant event
Runaway Incident
Description
Felt Shinnosuke's care insufficient and ran away from home, but returned in one day.

SUPER SHIRO Spin-off

Significant event
SUPER SHIRO Spin-off
Description
Serves as protagonist super hero searching for the legendary bone Bobobobobobone.

Relationships

Nohara Shinnosuke

Guardian

Best friend and owner. Extremely close friends, Shinnosuke's good partner.

Nohara Misae

Guardian

Shinnosuke's mother, strict but cherishes Shiro as family.

Nohara Hiroshi

Guardian

Shinnosuke's father. Recognizes Shiro's abilities.

Borscht

Sibling

Sibling dog. Taken to shelter and separated.

Nohara Himawari

Child

Shinnosuke's younger sister. Shiro also looks after Himawari.

Kasukabe Defense Force

Kasukabe Defense Force: mascot

Media appearances

Crayon Shin-chan

Anime / Protagonist

Appears from 1992 TV series

Crayon Shin-chan theatrical films

Movie / Supporting

Numerous appearances from 1993 to present

SUPER SHIRO

Anime / Protagonist

2019 spin-off work

Crayon Shin-chan related games

Game / Supporting

Voice cast and creators

Mari Shimabashi

Voice actor
Mari Shimabashi
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Version
Notes
Original/main voice actress

Akio Otsuka

Voice actor
Akio Otsuka
Language
Japanese
Version or series
SUPER SHIRO (inner voice)
Notes
Handles monologues in spin-off

Yoshito Usui

Creator name
Yoshito Usui
Role
Original author

Shin-Ei Animation

Creator name
Shin-Ei Animation
Role
Animation studio

Futabasha

Creator name
Futabasha
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Shiro Plush

Item name
Shiro Plush
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Regular

Shiro Figure

Item name
Shiro Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Limited

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